College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources

Field Tested. Future Focused.

The College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources provides students with the tools, experiences, and support to thrive in our changing world. Here, you learn by doing. You’ll study and build your skills alongside faculty and industry experts who are addressing local, regional, and global needs in food systems, sustainability, animal health, and natural resources.

Join us, put your ideas to work, and be part of a community shaping what comes next.

Discover our Difference

Nora

“The opportunities are endless. The support is unconditional, and everyone here has your best interest in mind. It's like a tailored community to your future.”

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Landon

“I saw it as a great opportunity to be able to see the advancements in the industry and take advantage of being a leading edge in that department.”

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Marisol

“Beyond academics, this experience has taught me resilience, confidence, and how to effectively communicate scientific ideas to others.”

Meet Marisol

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Study the Systems that Sustain our World

Unlock your potential and explore the path that inspires you.

With 16 majors, 18 minors, and 2 certificate options, you can tailor our programs to match your strengths and goals.

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GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Learn from the Land. Lead from the Field.

Our MS, PhD, and online certificate programs help you become the expert.

As an R1 Research Institution, you’ll collaborate with expert faculty to address the needs of our changing world.

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Growing Together. Supported by the Herd.

With our 10:1 student-faculty ratio, 20+ agriculture-related student organizations, and nationally competitive club sport teams, you’ll find your people, grow a professional network, and focus on the experiences that matter to you.

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TEACHING & RESEARCH FACILITIES

Where Experience Cultivates Innovation

Leave traditional classrooms behind and learn where life happens. Wherever you go, you’ll experience the science, the systems, and the daily work that shape our world.

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Scholarships & Support

The College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources offers over $850,000 in agricultural scholarships to first-year, returning, and transfer students. Our scholarships are based on factors including:

Financial Need

Financial need is determined using information provided through the FAFSA application.

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Involvement

Students who are active in clubs, teams, or leadership roles may qualify for scholarships that recognize engagement beyond the classroom.

Academics

Students pursuing specific majors or programs may qualify for scholarships that reward academic focus or career intentions.

LEARNING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Resume-Ready Experiences

Undergraduate Research

Study alongside faculty on real-world projects that build skills and experience for your resume or graduate school application.

Study Abroad

Broaden your horizons and explore agricultural systems around the world while gaining global perspectives and professional insight.

Internships

Test-run your career, develop practical skills, and build connections with leading companies and organizations in your field.

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Careers in Agriculture

From labs and fields to boardrooms and beyond, our alumni build careers nationwide that influence how food is grown, managed, and shared.

Whether you grew up in agriculture or are discovering it for the first time, you have a home in our Herd. What matters is curiosity, commitment, and a desire to make a difference.

Careers in Agriculture